and http://www.discovery-thailand.com for interesting Thailand information. have a nice trip.
phuket hotter than north dough coz in north they do have winter but in south they have just summer hahaha
try to go n u will know
yes it is very hot in Phuket in april but you will have a blast!
From where? The late, great Kirby Puckett played for the Minnesota Twins.
He is from Phuket, they named the island after him, but like most things over here, they misspelled his name
Yeah Yeah Kirby Puckett he used to play with Gary Puckett and the Union Gap. Har Har har ha h
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kirby_Puckett
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gary_Puckett
Phuket jokes
Kirby Puckett 1984-95
Birth date :3/14/1961
Chicago Il
G 1783
AB 7244
R 1071
HR 207
H 2304
RBI 1085
OBP.363
SLG .477
Avg..318
I have... nice guy too.
yes he played for the Bangkok Bombers
In Thailand the currency is the Thai baht and there about THB 32 to the 1 US $ at moment
As an example bought a Sony PSP a few weeks ago in Thailand for THB8500 which is around US$ 265
I think you got the conversion wrong. 1 Malaysian ringgit is about 10 baht and 1 USD is about 33 baht. You need to rework your computation.
If you would like to buy the above items, I suggest it would be better to buy in Japan. Either way, I don't think buying such electronic gadgets were written in English.
One advantage in terms of electronic gadgets, Japan have them first for at least a year or so before even coming to the U.S. market.
There's a shop in the Ocean plaza on Bangla road. There are also a ton of small shops that will sell Nintendo DS and possibly PSP in stalls along the roads.
It's not cheap in Thailand. It's more expensive than U.S. And no refunds.
However, the Wii and the XBox 360 are chipped which means you can play copied games. Also, Nintendo DS games are widely available. THAT'S where the bargains are. The hardware itself is 20-40% more expensive.
If you find my info useful, give me a "best answer".
thanks!
If you want good prices for games and consoles and accessories for wii's, check out this store.
http://nintendo-wii.nezlo.com/
I think you can buy from Amazon but you stay in thailand is high shipping fee
Central Festival Phuket on the same level as Power Buy has a shop, and Jungcyleon in Patong on the same level as SF Cinema has a shop. These are the only places that I know of that sells the systems. But beware when buying them, they are mostly likely modified to play pirated games so there probably is no warranty. Also some of the accessories are fake although they look like the real thing.
A warning, once you buy it, you CAN NOT return or exchange it, even if its defective.
I think you better off buying it in the US instead.
Phuket is hot and humid throughout the year. The high season is generally considered to be from November to May. During the summer monsoon season, mornings and afternoons are still sunny and clear, but it tends to rain in the evenings and water clarity goes down. Locals consider May to October the "cool" season, and the weather is quite tolerable, much more so than in the tourism centers around the Gulf coast. It's comparable to Florida's summer weather in temperature and intensity of rain storms: 25-33 deg C, flying clouds, short and thunderous rainfalls in the afternoons and evenings. Surfing is possible off the western beaches.
Phuket beaches from north to south are:
Mai Khao (Sai Kaeo) - near the airport, very quiet (aside from the planes!) and far away from it all
Nai Thon and Nai Yang - two quiet beaches in Sirinat National Park
Bang Thao (Laguna Beach) - long, very quiet beach
Surin and Pansea Beach - an up-and-coming upmarket destination
Laem Sing - small bay with stunning views, between Kamala Beach and Surin Beach
Kamala Beach - a quieter beach to the north of Patong
Kalim Beach - a series of small beaches just to the north of Patong
Patong Beach - the largest beach resort, known for its nightlife
Karon and Karon Noi Beaches - the second most-developed beach after Patong
Kata Yai Beach - busy, clean tourist beach with good surf
Kata Noi Beach - quieter sister of Kata Yai
Nai Han and Ao Sen - a quiet beach (probably the best) in the south, near Phromthep Cape view point
Ya Nui Beach
Rawai, Mittraphap and Laem Ka - set off point for lots of local islands, popular with locals for eating on the beach
Cape Panwa - home to Phuket Aquarium
See this map for more details,http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Changwat+Phuket,+Thailand&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=34.534108,67.5&ie=UTF8&ll=7.959277,98.332443&spn=0.337295,0.527344&t=h&z=11&iwloc=addr
or visit this blog for cheap accommodations search.
http://phuket-hotelsbooking.blogspot.com/
ALL r nice
I love Phuket recipes! My specialty is braised beanus with my special Phuken sauce..yummY!
Excuse me miss Emily, but I would prefer it if you referred to me people as Thai, thank you very much!
Good luck and I hope this helps!
ohhhh...i will email you my favorite...beanus cream pie!!! my phucken favorite!!
This question is stupid and your phucken nuts.
You can buy cheap clothes at the markets or shopping centres. Most items are quite good quality for the price. There are also many tailor shops that will make a suit for around 3000 baht. It may be difficult to find shoes if you have big feet, since the largest size many places stock is about a 42. The beaches are safe in the daytime, but I wouldnt hang around at night by myself. It's warm all year round, the high season is from November to April, this is when its busiest with foreigners and prices go up compared to the low season.
Secluded beaches, alone, not recommended! Phuket ok, the year round, except monsoons! Limited shopping potential, as in any tourist place!
you can try googling for phuket villa rentals.. long term stay.. blah blah.. there are many people on the island renting out their unoccupied homes :) 500AUD/ week should get you a decent place.
http://www.pipsphuket.com/rental/index.html
http://www.phuket.com/property/index_house_rent.htm
http://www.phuketbeachhouse.com/
good luck on your search for the perfect place and have a blast in Phuket!
I think by your budget, you can stay in hotels or some resorts in Thailand. cuz if you see rate from this website http://www.discovery-thailand.com/Hotels%20Map%20Pages/Phuket%20Map/Phuket%20City%20Center%20Hotel%20Location%20Map.html and plus with your 3 meals a day... I think it is surely still in your budget ...have a nice trip
Hi I also have a question do you know how much to live in Thailand and what is the first thing to do to live in Thailand and how much money in U.S dollar should I live in Thailand.
I have no idea what airlines fly from new zealand and you should know so check the websites of these airlines for price. Also January is high season in Thailand and hotels and resorts prices increase about 50% from Nov to Feb in the beach resort areas.
more expensive but if you book in advance as soon as u can you will get a much better price, you be better looking around now get an idea of prices id guess 1700 nzd - 3500 nzd
Been to Fiji and Hawaii - eleven times, Kauai the last six.
Princeville, Kauai. Perfect for a honeymoon. Look up Pali Ke Kua. Also click on the Sheraton Princeville webcam.
Won't reget it. Good luck.
P.S. Princeville is between the high seventies and low eighties all year.
Fiji
I did Hawaii--isle of Kuaii, Maui, and Oahu--I loved it--I'm from NY--I didn't want to be on a plane longer than that trip. Was there in April for 2 weeks--75-80 weather couldn't have been more perfect--we stayed at the Hyatt on Kuaii just beautiful--good luck!!!!!!!!!!
1. Hawaii
2. Fiji
3. Phuket --- I have been to Phuket twice and it is a nice place but cannot be compared to the other two places :~)
Fiji
I honeymooned in Fiji in 2006, the best!!!
I'm afraid I've never stayed in this hotel. Prices in Patong are much higher than equivalent accommodation in other parts of Thailand.
Good one
Go the website trip advisor, it has peoples honest reviews
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Thanks a ton guys for all the help so far !!
All about flights are belows:
Quantas
Jet Star
Blu Panorama
China E
Cathay
Gulf Air
LTU
JAL
Orient Express
Transaero
Asiana
Swiss
Spanair
Scandanavian
Finnair
Tiger
Singapore
Malaysia
United
Air Berlin
All Nippon
Shanghai
Korean Air
1. Phuket Air offers daily flights to Phuket and the journey takes only 1.20 hours. Call 02 6798999 or visit www.phuketairlines.com for more details on flights.
2. Nok Air, http://www.nokair.com
Will everything be overpriced and expensive in Phuket during those months? (transportation/food/drinks/shopping)
Will I have a hard time finding an aparment to stay in during those months?(ill be looking for an apartment, not a hotel)
I know hotels will be expensive, but how about apartments?
thanks!!!!!
Yes, yes, and yes. Why Phuket? Ao Nang Beach in the Krabi area gives you access to the same islands, far cheaper, I like better; and you can still take a boat over to Phuket for a day or more. Koh Chang is Nice, much cheaper.
OR, Pattaya, no matter what you have heard has WONDERFUL places available (2 bd 2 bath HOUSES) for 12, 000 a month, if you rent a car and 15 minutes from beaches and away from the sleaze of downtown. That's why Pattaya is now the second largest city in Thailand....he has more than bars and go-go people.
Now may be too late But still looking for there would recommend at Katina Hotel , there are good location for any transportation/food/drinks/shopping) and now have pro Free Shutter Bus Services to Robinson and Central Department stores
... have fun ..at Phuket ... ..
Smoking weed doing drugs and the local " magic mushroom " is illegal . The worst is the fine and very heavy jail terms . Not worth cause you will spend a very long time at Bangkok Hilton
Be very careful of scams offering these esp magic mushroom because there is a scam where the seller quickly alerts the police and they suddenly frisk you to find the offending material . Then you offered to " settle " at 50000 B ... not worth at all mate
Yes. Smoking seaweed is perfectly legal. I wouldn't know why you want to, but that is not my business.
Smoking marijuana is a different matter. That is not legal.
weed is Illigal in Thailand...and can result in hefty fine/jail
In some places the police turn a blind eye and in other places they will request large sums of money or your off to jail...
i saw a guy get busted on patong beach with just one smoke he copped a trip to jail a hefty fine and banned for life to go to thailand you can smoke pasparlin thou
confirm
http://spa-thai-guide.blogspot.com/
It's as legal to smoke weed in Phuket as it is in Bangkok.
dude you must have been stoned when you posted this question!!
is it legal to smoke on a beach in your country!!!
It is illegal and the Thai prisons are not known for their comfort
Yes. they will sell it to you on the beach and then confiscate it 3 min later
It is illegal but many people do.
prepare to meet Mr Big in the showers or pay 100,000 baht to the police benevolent fund
I've got this huge hankering to try some goat dishes..
Not sure why...
Of course, I've been thinking today that perhaps a feed of frog's...legs might please me too.
;)
yeah i like the appetizers fine but the main course of babygoat leaves me licking my fingers.
Yes I do. there is this really cool restaurant called *** Mi. It won't let me post the link so just google the image.
I've heard the seafood is awesome
I sample all then circle around for seconds.
why all the phuket Q's. I am not impressed or moved, cause I am out of the lope, loser.
Yes but watch out for the craps. The stink
When in Rome do as the Romans do
When in Phuket do as the Phuketians do…
Its a tie between Kata and Karon. Patong is out because it is too commercialized. But I think Kata has a slight edge over Karon because the atmosphere there(Kata) is much more relaxed and laid back. And the scenery is more stunning with breathtaking powdery white sands everywhere.
I'd also go for Kata/Kata Noi Beach. If you feel like having a change Karon is so close by (approx. 5 Min. by Tuk-Tuk). Avoid Patong! Also recommend you to once visit the lovely Kho Racha Island. Small but great!
Karon Beach. Patong is too over-run and Kata is a little isolated. Better stretch left in Karon.
Hi. You will get information about traveling in Phuket
from http://gotravelholidays.blogspot.com
I was going to answer your questions... but awww Phuket!
Karon
and make sure the man will use ,them the showing together is a good idea. try it you will like it . Insist on safe sex no matter who your partner is.
Good Luck and have fun
It was a great place before the tsunami hit it, as well as Ko Phi Phi (a beautiful little island). I know they both got wiped out by the tsunami. Since they were both key tourist attractions I imagine they have been fixed up, at least for the most part, by now.
Safe sex is always safe and unsafe sex is never safe. Protect your lover--wear a rubber. Have a good trip.
Phuket is an island rexort, with fine and lovely beaches and islands, beside theme parks and visiting. Ther ecan be plenty to do if you are into open sea diving too.
As for sex, no guarantee unless you know your partner well. You are literally playing with a loaded gun.
The only safe sex is the DIY kind.
Phuket is a tourist center. If you want to be part of a crowd, then that is a good place to visit.
I liked it 10-15 years ago, but haven't bothered staying over night there for years now. For me, a day-trip driving back-and-forth over the bridge is enough to have the hordes of sun-burned tourists and local touts irritate the ... out of me.
Courses for horses etc
It sounds like you plan to go to Phuket for s.x and you'll find a large such service industry in Patong and Karon - the main tourist destinations on Phuket - but whether it is safe .... well, no more or no less than elsewhere were plane-loads of s.x tourists come and do their thing.
sex is always safe in phuket......there is a magic aura around the island that keeps std's,hep and hiv in a secret locker only medical experts know about
Phuket is a fantastic place to visit,just don't be as silly as your question implies
Sex is as safe as it is anywhere else. Remember just because someone looks healthy doesnt imply they dont gota bug or something. Yes the country is beautiful to explore awesome beaches.
frickles before you screw someone....take care of safety babe you dont wanna an thai gigolo share his std with you...aids is rampant in asia....
Phuket is a great place to visit but I prefere to go there in June and not in high season. I think high season should just about winding down. October is very rainy then November December the season is again in full swing.
Anyway as to your other question. Safe yes, STD's yes only not the end of the world. Make sure you use condoms and you will have to insist on this.
Sex there is like Russian roulette, the beaches are nice
Coming into the wet season so it will rain most days, but not for long. It will be very hot, humid and will rain HARD for an hour or two, then be hot again
Check the link- youre in for some thunderstorms. (theyre amazing in the tropics! and the rain is so warm so dont be put off)
EDIT I was off on rainy season time- its not for a month or so, till may. Check the forecast (in the link) though, it is thunderstormy all week
Be A Utifull. You won't want to leave
thanks
It doesn't matter, both airports are roughly the same distance from cental Bangkok and neither one is necessarily more convenient than the other. It will depend on the airline you take, Bangkok Airways and Air Asia fly out of Suvarnabhumi, Nok Air, 1,2 Go and most other domestic flights leave from Don Mueang, Thai Airways flies in and out of both airports. If you have an international connection, Suvarnabhumi will be much more convenient. Be careful of low baggage allowances and high overweight charges on the budget airlines, and although more expensive, I like Thai and Bangkok Airways the best and much prefer Nok Air over Air Asia. Have fun.
Air Asia is the budget airline, there pretty good as well! Safe.
but be prepared when they call the flight, they dont assign seats, so its a mad rush of people trying \to get on the plane first!
but hell, its cheap!
Don Maung is easier to get to, but Suvarnabhumi is cheaper to fly out of and alot farther out of the city.
Poll:
Phuket
Bangkok
Boating
Handball
Why dont we invade anymore?
has it been a year already?
time flies when you're having fun! Phuket.
I remember hitting those Phuket beaches. I'm surprised I didn't drown in Boating.
Go Bills.
no kidding. I must have had you in mind when I invaded Tata's. Go figure they're cars, but this badge I sport is my other version
oh snap i totally forgot. that's a REALLY nice place too, I try to visit Phucket every chance I get.
I was just there...I remember those days well.
Gee, I dunno. Trolls maybe?
No, I don't know that
Patong Bay Garden Resot is good location for shopping and the night life on Bangla Road. Turn right out of the hotel and go down past Subway, there is a massage place that sits behind where you book tours. This place does the best foot massage, you'll find it because they are always busy. also, they have nice pool and is close proximity to the beach!
The rooms are quite large and have a nice balcony, with more than half overlooking the pool or beach. The buffet breakfast was great and they had an amazing assortment of food to choose from including bacon, eggs, sausages and fresh fruit and danishes, plus heaps more! The staff were very friendly and unobtrusive. USD 62/night is Sep
some good Phuket information here:
http://www.adultguide-bangkok.com/index.php/phuket/
Are you looking for an adult male to have fun with or are you an adult male looking for fun? Try Soi Paradise or Soi Bangla in Patong, you'll find whatever you're looking for.
Patong beach, stay at my best friends hotel Casa summer breeze! Kurt G. from Las vegas is the owner. Its 40 meters to soi bangla 80 meters to the beach. Very inexpensive and clean,availabilityy is limited!
Do you wanna buy a male adult?
I'm on Phuket right now, and was on Koh Samui last year.
The answer is Phuket.
Phuket is the largest island in Thailand and has much more of everything than Samui. The beaches are cleaner and there are much more of them than on Samui.
Phuket is the top beach destination in Thailand for a reason.
You can rent beach chairs on any tourist beach on Phuket. This is not the case on Samui's main beach, Chaweng, which is rather dirty compared to Phuket.
If you go to Phuket, I would steer clear of Patong Beach. It's pretty much a tourist ghetto with way too many people.
I would stay on one of the southern beaches, Kata or Karon. Both have a wide range of accommodations in all price ranges.
If you get tired of beaching, Phuket will have much more to offer as far as sightseeing goes than Samui.
You can check out many of the hotels on thaihotels.com.
You are all welcome to Thailand.
In my opinion, both islands are beautiful.
Phuket is the paradise of Thailand, the first holiday destination of Thailand.
Koh Samui is a hilly island, the second holiday destination of Thailand.
You may get some ideas about these two islands through my contents here below.
Have a pleasant time in Thailand.
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i hope useful. :)
I was just there last year. You should g to Phuket. The oceans are really beautiful. scuba diving is amazing because the water is clear and blue.
Phuket is better if you only have 4 days.
Koh Samui is better if you have 4 weeks.
It really doesn't matter.
Both places are beautiful and have an airport.
For only 4 nights you will have an awesome time in Phuket or Koh Samui.
If you go in monsoon season go to Samui. There is a dangerous rip-tide off the west coast Phuket beaches during that time
makes you wonder
MO
they have awsome skate board parks, according to my lord, Tony Hawk! I've heard they have a Titty Twister club there too that really rocks.
Water sports?
You lust like saying "Phuket."
competetive eating.
Anything involving balls.
I hold the Phuket title for pie eating contests
phuking is still #1
Phucking
Handball and 2 woman Luge
From the road to the beach is 272 meters and along the beach road is approximately 553 meters so my best estimate for the Resort compound only would be 150,500 square meters.
The deluxe rooms are a minimum 47 sq. meters and the suites are 71, 98 and 340 sq. meters: http://www.phuket.com/marriott/deluxe-rooms.htm
2011.26 square meters, allthough i may be incorrect.
Does it really matter?
I'll go find my ruler and go measure it today.
try this wesbite http://www.discovery-thailand.com/Phuket%20hotels.html it may help you as it got previous customer reviews.... click on hotel name in hotel list to see all hotel information... have a nice trip
Club Med in Kata is great for that but unfortunately quite expensive. If you can afford it it's great for the kids and the parents too - both will enjoy their holiday!
Yea, but I couldn't speak a word...they had to carry my drunk @ss out in a bhucket ;(
My bags were packed, I was ready to board the plane, when all of a sudden, I realized I had forgotten to pack my double DD+ extra large, breast enhancing bra (the one that makes men swoon), so I said "Phuket" and I went back home.
Nope, never, but I do want to go to Bang Cock
No, but ive been to Semen, Ohio and Mianus, Connecticut. Maybe you should go to Dildo, Newfoundland or Shiti, Mexico
There is also a Big Bone Lick State Park in Kentucky
Your hands were Thai'd, what could you do?
You don't give much information such as any budget restraints or how long you will be in Thailand. An overland ride to Phuket would take a long time, probably best to fly if time is a problem. There are beaches closer to Bangkok if budget is a problem.
Other cities and towns may have cheaper hotels than what you get in Phuket. Thailand is warm all over, you do not have to be at a beach to get a suntan.
You don't mention if you are a man or woman or traveling accompanied or not. Different strokes for different folks!
If you are a new tourist to Thailand I think you should spend a few days in Bangkok and then go to Phuket for a week and from there go to other places in Thailand that are not beach related! Spend the last night in Bangkok so you can do some last minute shopping and not have to worry about connecting flights canceling out or being late and you miss your flight home.
If you visit other areas of Thailand that are not necessarily "beach related" you will see things that make Thailand unique.
Some info on Phuket.
http://www.phuket.com/magazine/index.htm
http://www.phuket.com/island/10mustsee.htm
Good luck.
Depends on what you enjoy.
I would personally say 2 days. That's plenty of time to see everything because I hate places that are overrun with tourism.
If you enjoy the business that mass tourism brings, you'll love Phuket. If you want relaxation, I recommend heading north of Phuket to Khao Lak or out into the islands east of Phuket.
For sight-seeing included visiting neighbour islands a week will do but if you are a sporty type and want to relax as well you can easy add another week.
Three months.
I'd say a week:)
Phuket is the biggest island in Thailand, and there are several excellent beaches. The waters are usually clear and very good for diving. There are a lot of tourists all year round, but slightly less during low season (rainy season), from May till September.
As long as you avoid the usually crowded Patong and Karon beaches on the west coast, you can easily find remote beaches for walking, jogging, or just relaxing. There are not many sights to speak of on the island, but perhaps that makes it all so relaxed.
Two of the main attractions near Phuket are the Phi Phi Islands and the Phang Nga Bay, with the so-called James Bond Island. The name comes from The Bond film "Man with The Golden Gun" which was partly filmed on this small island. There is a good choice of organized day trips from Phuket to both the Phi Phi Islands and Phang Nga Bay.
Ocean activities are the biggest draw for tourists in Phuket. Courses and equipment are available at most major beaches for scuba diving, Snuba diving as well as snorkeling in the lagoons with coral reefs. You can find plenty of good dive sites all around Phuket (shark point, anemone reef, etc.) but there are some world class dive sites you don’t want to miss for any reason. You can join a 5 days live aboard to the Similan Islands , a natural reserve where you can spot wales sharks and manta rays. There is also the number one spot in the Andaman sea, Hin Daeng , situated just few hours of speed boat from Phuket. It is important to notice than coral reefs were left mostly untouched by the 2004 tsunami.
You can rent wind surfboards, dinghies, canoes and yachts from many locations for those interested in boating. For a more colorful adventure you can explore the limestone caverns of Phang Nga Bay on guided tours in inflatable canoes.
While scuba diving is probably one of the most popular activities in Phuket, the island also offers many opportunities for more land-oriented outdoor activities such as mountain biking through the western range of the island. Guided horseback tours are also a relaxing way to go sightseeing. Phuket also has a few beautiful golf courses that were built on the remains of the tin mines that first brought industry to the island.
Those interested in an exciting local spectator sport might enjoy checking out the Thai boxing , or "Muay Thai", at Saphan Hin stadium in Phuket Town. Boxers strike blows at and with every part of their bodies, making this a very thrilling spectator event.
I'd recommend Woraburi Phuket Resort http://www.discovery-thailand.com/Hotels%20Map%20Pages/Phuket%20Map/Karon%20&%20Kata%20Hotel%20Location%20Map.html . A nice hotel with good service. We specially recommend the rooms with pool access. That is pure luxury! Relatively cheap and great value for the money. I stay in 4 and 5 star hotels all over the world and from my perspective, this hotel was surprisingly good in every way! Great resturants next door and Massage. Fresh fruit cart on the corner.
Have a nice trip!
Buckets of Phuckets in nantuckets.
yes.
they send them to Nantucket.
every time some guy from Nantucket steps in a Phuket bucket, he says so.
Go Phuket and phee.
or maybe the call it phukin phucket phukets
no it's a chicken butt you gotta pluckett
cute. very cute!!
For a moment I was thinking of the wrong type of tent. Um, I dont think they like that but you can always call and ask. Have fun!
Awww phuket...I dont know
Ya know what I say... JUST PHUKET!
why not?
No idea, try calling before hand and ask if it's allowed.
You never know when another earthquake can strike, and cause a tsunami.
We have stayed at the JW Marriott and it is amazing. Now it is very close to the airport which is why we stayed there. We were there for 2 nights and it was wonderful. It depends on why you are wanting to stay there. There are allot of familes that stay there so of course there are kids, which was fine for us but some people may not like that. The beach is long and empty, but it is not one like would see in other locations in Phuket. The rooms are amazing and what a value for the money. However if you want white sand with amazing blue water then Pansea beach is your best bet. It is a private beach only for 2 hotels and it is a dream. We stayed there and you can't get any better. If you want to be by all the action in terms of nightlife than anything off of Patong would be your best bet. If you want a hotel close to the city but near a great beach I would choose Surin beach or Kamala.
Hope this helps! You will love phuket. For pictures of the JW go to trip advisor. And for the hotels on Pansea look up the Chedi and the Amanpuri.
Have a wonderful time.
JW Marriot is 5 stars hotel. Right?
I just drove pass it, Can't stay there, so expansive for me hehe
I support what Mr. Laelynn described above, look like he has much better knowledge of all the beaches in Phuket than some Thai like me.
I used to have a thorough facility tour at J.W. Marriott (close to airport and not too far away from golf course) prior to our seminar there and gave them thumb up for facilities, services, hospitalities. The only con is... it's a little bit far away from the city and other night life spots.
is depend on what your lifestyle want to...seem like locate of marriott phuket quite far from the centre...take about 45 mins. to reach but if you're looking for hide away rest this hotel will perfect for you. JW Marriott Phuket Beach Resort and the beach club is same locate.
Train is about $50. It is the cheapest.
bus is $35 but it is looooooooooooooong time. you also need to eat and that also cost money
plane is just less than $100
and you save time
There is no train directly to Phuket! Bus is the cheapest but quite long (approx. 12 hours). No problem if you have enough time.
Not too sure if a train service serves to Phuket. Bus transportation yes, but consider the travelling time - it's gonna be more than 12 hours! Many flights to Phuket direct from Bangkok, domestic and budget airlines, and they are not too expensive - within the hour and you're there!
is around 800 km, one hour with airplane.is between 50$ and 100$. depends for an airline to another.Are flights to every hour.
There is no train to Phuket as it is an island separated by the mainland. You'll have to stop at Suratthani and take a bus down, which is 8 hours plus another 2-3 hours for bus. A direct bus down takes 12 hours and cost from 700 Baht / person to 1000 Baht depending on whether you want VIP class or squeeze in with the locals. I advise going 1000 Baht for the 12 hour ride. By plane, you have many choices of budget airlines now and it's only an hour plane ride away to Phuket from Bangkok. Try Orient Air, Nok Air, Air ASia, Bangkok Airway, Thai Airway etc. Should not be more than 2500 Baht per one way.
May I ask , is it safe to drink the coffee and tea from the restaurant?
safe to have coffee and tea from a restaurant
drink bottled water or water from the vending machines that have reverse osmosis water.
However, be careful of getting any Thailand water in your ears if showering, it may give you severe ear infections, I have to use ear plugs when showering so I wont get an ear infection.
1x bad enough where I could not walk due to an inner ear infection, and had severe nausea and severe vertigo (loss of balance). terrible suffering, could not walk or get out of bed, constant nausea.
1x had bells palsy from an ear infection, where the ear infection pressed on the nerve that controls your face, looked like I had a stroke, took 1 month to recover. I have empathy for stroke viictims now.
the hotel pools water may be filthy even with chlorine, try and go downwind and smell the water first?
Beaches are sometimes sewerage outfalls, I know this is true in pattaya and jomthien. You have to wonder? where does the sewerage from all the people go to?
I do not swim in thailand.
I advise you that do not drink any tap water in Thailand cause it is not as clean as in Europe country. However, you don't need to worry about using it to shower, clean you face and teeth.
It would be better to buy bottle of water to drink and here is quite cheap.
You don't need to worry when you drink coffee and tea from restaurant.
If I were you I wouldn't drink tap water no where in Thailand no matter what they say. However, I do use tap water to water my mouth out and never had a problem. Drink bottle water. All hotels provide free to customers two bottle of water every day. Bottle water is very cheap here from 6 to 10 baht a bottle. Water at restaurants is not tap water (or it shouldn't be). Most restaurants have water which is delivered in large jugs.
I live in Pattaya, and we use the tap water only for showering and brushing teeth. We have 20l bottles delivered every Monday for drinking and cooking.
Of cause you can drink coffee and tea in the restaurant. because the drinking water was transfer from Mainland, and tap water only for Washing.
coffee and tea will be fine as the water is boiled.We usually take a funnel and buy 5L bottles of water and keep filling up our smaller bottles.Keep extra bottles in bathroom so kids can clean their teeth.
Coffee and tea from the restaurant is safe as it has been boiled.
Steer clear of tap water and ice however.
yes cofee and tea is fine but drinking water from a tap is a no no!
March through to June is around 28/29 degrees celcius.
Whereas the rest of the year is around 26/27 degrees celcius.
What does vary greatly in Phuket is rainfall, therefore you should plan your holiday around the less rainy months.
Rainfall is highest around September & October, and then again in May. Rainfall is lowest around December through to March. April is ok also.
From this i'd suggest you go there around March or April to get the best of Phuket's weather. =)
About now. Why don't you do some research yourself?
I think it hot all year round in Phuket. But from April to May is the time when Thailand is closest to the Sun, so you figure it out.
In Chiang Mai, I suggest you to go "Rim Ping". Many restaurants there it's good and very romantic. Or you can go Chiang Mai Cutulral Center - you can enjoy the traditional food with Thai dancing.
In Bangkok, you can enjoy many attractive places to eat like China Town, Khosan Road, Siam Square, Sukhumvit Rd. and Silom Rd. It depend on what's kind of food you like.
you can go www.bangkok.com to checking more information about Bangkok.
Welcome to Thailand!!
get urself to pat pong in bangkok
some great table tennis matches lol
a nite at the thai boxing is mint too
patong on phuket is the dogs bollocks
all the resturants are great but defo try the street food, just dont ask wot ur eating till uve tried it
beaches are brill too, hire a moped and tour around and ull find deserted beaches all over the place
kata and karong beaches are superb
never been to chaing mai so cant help there
Cabbages & Condoms in Bangkok - good food, groovy atmosphere and special gift with the bill !!
While in Phuket, drive an hour north to Khao Lak. Get a boat to the Similan Islands. The most quiet, perfect, and beautiful place I've ever seen.
You won't be disappointed.
I was born in Chantaburi on East Coast of Thailand.
My city has many interesting places to visit if you need help when you arrive in Bangkok give me a call.I'm be glad to show off my town.Include my city in your trip.
We have beaches, waterfall,good clean food.
Call me 039 321186 or 039378136 Anytime.......Ko Is My Name....
If you can handle spicy food then finding a good place to eat at reasonable to cheap would be a snip at all the places you mentioned. If you are in Chiang Mai, there is a good seafood restaurant at the Night Market, great fish dishes and other seafood. An indication of cost - meal for 6 with 2 fish dishes, a kilo of king prawns, assortment of veggies and other seafood knocked back with generous amount of Singha beer, about 3000 Tbt (65 Euro). CM is to the north hence no beaches. Taxis/Limousines are cheap - hire one for about 1200 Tbt (25 Euro) for 9 hours with courteous English speaking drivers. Bangkok will tend to be pricier but nothing to that found in Europe, Phuket would be in between.
My uncle lives there. He likes it!
All the destinations you are heading to are pretty easy to move around and these are on the tourist routes. So tours are easy to arrange. So sightseeing can be a breeze.
As for food, go local. The Thai food has been recognised as among the best in the world. So be adventurous and enjoy your holiday.
don't miss the home industries tour in chiengmai. there are shops that demonstrate silver crafting, wood carving, silk weaving, umbrella making, lacquerware, etc. also, you may wish to take in the temple and king's summer palace on the nearby mountain called doi suthep. you can also take side tours in towns nearby to watch elephants at work and see waterfalls (there is also one of these on doi suthep). shopping for jewelry is one of the highlights of bangkok, plus the tour of the king's palace and the emerald buddah there.
lucky you !
Wow, have fun. I envy you. Food is everywhere so you won't have a hard time finding restaurants.
rong rhearn reamn restaurants
it is an international flight, you have to be 2 hrs before light time and the time travelling to airport to and fro, you will be left with time to have a meal in Phuket
The airline Firefly goes between Phuket and Penang but there is only one flight per day. You could go one day and come back the next.
There are some international airlines that fly directly to Phuket but I think most visitors fly to Bangkok first and from there go to Phuket.
There are 2 airports that serve Bangkok. International flights usually land at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) but many local flights, within Thailand, fly out of Don Muang (DMK.)
Don't waste all of your time only at a beach. Schedule a few days in Bangkok at the beginning of your trip to get used to the time changes and heat. This way you can also see the city and take some tours. Schedule your last night in Thailand in Bangkok again so you don't have to worry about connecting flights being late and you miss your ride home.
Many travelers fly to Phuket from Bangkok but you can also take a bus or a train part of the way and switch to a bus to finish the trip. Phuket is way on the bottom of Thailand.
Don't waste your whole trip only at Phuket. Thailand is warm just about everywhere from top to botton - plenty of sunshine to even give you a tan in Chiang Mai and Bangkok!
Good luck.
gidday mate,
phuked if i know probably train hey.
LOL.
There is 2 ways to go, one is via Singapore then fly www.airasia or www.silkair.com or fly to Bangkok then fly www.airasia.com
From UK Qatar Airways are cheap to Bangkok about 450 from Manchester
In an aeroplane
The best way is to fly to BKK first then on a domestic flight to Phuket, that way you will more of a selection of flights from UK to BKK and then can pick up a cheap flight to Phuket, or travel by bus from BKK to Phuket...
Up to You
The best time to visit Phuket is during "High Season" when it is not so humid, November to March. The average temperature is around 24ºC to 32ºC (75ºF to 89ºF).
In Phuket it rains the most in May and September/October. Remember that travelling during rain season (or "Low Season") is generally not bad, after a short period of heavy rain the sun will shine for the most part of the day. If you want to swim or dive you may avoid Phuket during June-August, there are often redflag on the beach which means it is dangerous undercurrents which make it unsafe to swim.
hi i am going on Saturday 2ND June and i don't expect much rain ,we have been to Thailand 5 times before in June and the rain has never stoped us doing anything ,i just take a small brolly .If it does rain it never lasts long anyway
some rain but never a problem.
Rain season is low season and also a season of easier bargaining!
Rain but it is always warm...
Raining till November!
The rainy season in thailand is in british/american summer months e.g. june, july, aguest. However it is still sunny and very very hot, when it rains its nice cos it cools things down a little. It often rains more at night than in the day and the rain is very localized, ive seen t be raining on one side of the road but not the other.
Its a good time to visit, its not super super unbearable hot like in april/may.
Have a good holiday.
Expect some rain, but it comes at night usually and it's hot there. Besides that, you'll be fine. I went to Phuket in late June last year for a honeymoon. I had a BLAST!!!! You must try the canoeing trips with the tours they provide there. My husband and I can't swim, but had a blast sailing out and island hoping with a canoe. It is so beautiful!!!A guide is with you through out the trip. We also went to see temples, rode elephants, and saw a snake show.Everything is very cheap. We had fresh seafood every night.You will love it! We went back last month.Enjoy your trip.
Try Laguna Beach resort, Baiyan Tree, Amanpuri or Sri Panwa http://www.sripanwa.com/
If you really want something romantic and quiet. try Racha Island. Its really quiet and romantic. Only one hotel there called The racha i think. http://www.theracha.com/
or Trisara http://www.trisara.com/
Those I recommend are ranged to be romantic and top hotels in Phuket. You get the ocean view when you get up in the morning! awwww so romantic! Check it out and Have a great time there! :)
Go to KATA beach, it's perfect
go to Amari Coral beach resort, located right on top of a hill with its own jetty and spa , and good continental food,it provides sea facing rooms with balconies to honeymooners, and complimentary dishes and juices,
one of the best breakfast(complimentary) and dining experiences with performers flown in from las Vegas,
it overlooks Patong beach the best one in Phuket , where you can paragliding, use water scooter and also sight Star Cruise(Virgo ) or embark upon it too from there to Singapore, but i will suggest you to stay for more than 3 days in phuket, do not include a Thursday in your itinerary, watch Fantasea and walk in Bangla Road in the evening and enjoy the sights, the gem factory is a waste, and eat as much as fruits(good) and got o the top of the hill to have a bird eye view of phuket. do not venture to the beach at night just stick to patong road, the tuk tuk takes 100 Bahts for a trip to Amari which is not reasonable, try going to the beach early int he morning and rest in afternoon and stroll and eat around in the evening.
remember when in Phuket always bargain everywhere parasail, stuff shopping, they loot you and charge exorbitantly
Obviously it depends on your budget and personal taste but here is a selection of my top honeymoon hotels:
Banyan Tree Phuket - top of the range with pool villas
Andaman White Beach - secluded with great beach
Chedi Phuket - good beach, characterful
Mom Tri's Villa Royale - small, boutique
Mangosteen Resort and Spa - on top of hill with fantastic sea views
So much choice - good luck and happy honeymoon!
try this website www.kingdomthailand.com
We were recommended the Katathani hotel - it looks lovely & isn't in the busy town centre apparently - just like 10 minute ride away so your not in the hustle & bustle of it all. Haven't been there myself yet though but am hoping to soon!
(katathani.co m is the website if I remember correctly)
Looks promising !
Rock City is your best bet, but the heavy metal bands are not as hard as most visitors like. Nice bar, though. A little pricey, but the food is good. Watch for their dog spray painted rock and city on each side roaming the streets :)
Cheaper qualities you'll find in the markets but if you look for the real thing go to "Central" shopping center on Bypass rd.
Hopefully, you bring your own luggage when you travel.
If you want to buy somebody else’s luggage, then I suggest you put up posters near hotels.
yes buy it before you come here. they do have weight limits on airlines if that is your mode of travel to get here.
Well if ur going on ur honeymoon, I can tell u this much..
Stay away from patong beach, a bit too wild for honeymooners..
If you really wanna treat yourself go to PhiPhi island, I asure you, you're gonna love it.
it's a 90 min boat trip from phuket and it's perfect for honeymooners.
P.s.: congrat's on the wedding
Source page may help.
Dear Honeymooners, would suggest to go to Kata Beach or Nai Harn (Patong is too "crazy" in your case) or try the lovely islands around. It also depends on your budget. Try the following web-site in order to make your choice:www.phuket-thailand-hotels.net. Good luck
go to Amari Coral beach resort, located right on top of a hill with its own jetty and spa , and good continental food,it provides sea facing rooms with balconies to honeymooners, and complimentary dishes and juices,
one of the best breakfast(complimentary) and dining experiences with performers flown in from las Vegas,
it overlooks Patong beach the best one in Phuket , where you can paragliding, use water scooter and also sight Star Cruise(Virgo ) or embark upon it too from there to Singapore, but i will suggest you to stay for more than 3 days in phuket, do not include a Thursday in your itinerary, watch Fantasea and walk in Bangla Road in the evening and enjoy the sights, the gem factory is a waste, and eat as much as fruits(good) and got o the top of the hill to have a bird eye view of phuket. do not venture to the beach at night just stick to patong road, the tuk tuk takes 100 Bahts for a trip to Amari which is not reasonable, try going to the beach early int he morning and rest in afternoon and stroll and eat around in the evening.
remember when in Phuket always bargain everywhere parasail, stuff shopping, they loot you and charge exorbitantly,
try this website www.kingdomthailand.com
Sure, i have to admit that it was the first place I saw old men "buying/renting" young Thai boys and girls (or any sort of dodgy postitution for that matter) but the place was a bit of a cesspool. If you want to see how tourism can screw up a plce go to Phuket.
I was in the cheapest place I could find (about 800 bhat) but I suppose if your in a 5 star restort It wouldn't matter - its up to what u want. Do you want a cheap (conmpared to other counrties) 5 star hotel on a beatiful beach in close proximity to a "hooker town" with all the mod cons (inc. Mcdonalds and irish theme pubs) or do you want to see some of Thailand?
Need to know if we're talkin' 5 star tent or 1/2 star hotel.
Dont worry. I really advise you to try.. it is really cheap.. As an example a round trip from bkk to phuket could be around 120.00 US dollars aprox. Of course it will depend on what class u want to travel. But anyway it is affordable. If u want there is a hotel desk info when u get to the airport. So u can just do it when u get there. Without any problem.
I haven't been to Phuket but my experience in Thailand was that you could easily get by on $30 a day. To get the best deals I would suggest you hang in Bangkok for two days. Khao San Road is the nexus of just about every backpacker in SE Asia. You will be knee deep in people who have been to Phuket and can get you aquainted with the inside scoop on fair prices, good places to stay, things to do, see who to dive with etc. Bangkok will be a little more expensive but is worth the investment. As with many other countries prices are negotiated and they will take what you are willing give.
Anyone been before? What was it like? Or can you recommend anywhere better, we want 5 star luxury on Patong Beach right next to all the action.
thanks xx
Customer reviews of this Hotel, Millenium Resort http://www.r24.org/phukethotelthailand.biz/phuket/millennium/review.html
to Find other Hotels in Phuket, I'd recommend you to see http://www.PhuketHotelThailand.biz this site provides you all hotels and travel information in Phuket
Millennium resort Patong is a fantastic hotel, stayed there during New Year. Its right in the middle of the infamous patong area with loads of shopping (the hotel has its own massive shopping mall), night clubs, bars, restaurants and only 5 min walk from the beach. Be sure to reserve the cabana room, as it has an opening access to the pool and a private Jacuzzi, its truly phenomenal. Enjoy
this is a great site to find the right hotel..
i didn't know where this PATONG beach is so can't help much.. i've been to Phuket & Bangkok i used this site to book a hotel..it's great
http://www.fivestaralliance.com/luxury_hotels/asia__thailand/hotelSearchResults_2.html
try this site.
http://www.chiangmaicu.com/phuket-hotels.html
sorry,i'm not good in English
A very informative website, kindly stay in website and check
As I type this the Reds are leaving Bangkok so things should be back to normal. I don't recommend Pattaya nor would I go to Chiang Mai right now being that it's the heart of the Red Shirts. Go to Bangkok and Phuket is what I would recommend.
my daughter is in Chiang Mai now having a great time, she is 22 years old. I have been twice to Chiang Mai and would recommend it as being in easy reach of mountains,waterfalls, spectacular scenery,beautifull temples (Doi Suthep being one of many worth visiting),elephant camps,hillside tribe settlements,day markets,night markets, a sunday market that includes entertainers,a canal that surrounds the town,riverside bars,boat trips,snake farms,orchid farms,and many interesting villages within one hours drive(taxis and tuk tuks are a cheap public transport) opportunity to ride horse back through countryside and yes there are clubs if that is what you want. I have never been to Phuket although I have travelled Thailand. If you want to enjoy Thai culture go to Chiang Mai.
Chaing mai and Phuket are much different! The first is mountainous and scenery with flowers and nice handicraft, silk and souvenirs whereas Phuket is an island with beaches and sea (it's a lot different than Pattaya though). Take your pick.
Phuket and Bangkok... Thailand sure has some interesting place names... unlike Pennsylvania... which boasts Intercourse and Bird In Hand !
no i say phuck it
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Yup! Last night I said that a LOT. Lol, but I didn't mean to, I was just totally aggrivated.
Yes I had one of those days today and I went out to spend some money on myself.
I most certainly did
not today... but I sure had one yesterday!!
No,but i did have one of those nights on night shift.PHUKET.
every day, while on my way to Skrewloose
Ya...
I finally got out of bed a 4 this afternoon...i really didnt want to
Not today, thankfully, but yes, I've had many a-day like that.
no
Yesterday was my day and I said eh eh, oh fudge cycles and raspberry sticks!
Phuket and Bangkok... Thailand sure has some interesting place names... unlike Pennsylvania... which boasts Intercourse and Bird In Hand !
no i say phuck it
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Yup! Last night I said that a LOT. Lol, but I didn't mean to, I was just totally aggrivated.
Yes I had one of those days today and I went out to spend some money on myself.
I most certainly did
not today... but I sure had one yesterday!!
No,but i did have one of those nights on night shift.PHUKET.
every day, while on my way to Skrewloose
Ya...
I finally got out of bed a 4 this afternoon...i really didnt want to
Not today, thankfully, but yes, I've had many a-day like that.
no
Yesterday was my day and I said eh eh, oh fudge cycles and raspberry sticks!
About 3000 Baht
120 beers at 7-11
30 T-shirts or 30 DVDs
An inexpensive cell phone and some air time
maybe 3 to 3.5 grams of gold jewlery (earrings or a buddha amulet)
4gb music device (like Ipod not Ipod)
Welcome to answers...Is this a test?? If not, I guess you've already paid for an all-inclusive vacation and you have $70 extra. Just purchase a souvenir piece to remind you of your vacation. If you don't own a digital camera, purchase a disposable and get some photos to have as keepsake.
Its roughly $2380 baht and there will be stuff you can buy, just choose your items carefully. I would shop in the towncentre as the same items are double the price around the beaches.
Wow $70. Big time spender. I guess the baht is close to 34 to the dollar so you do the math. Don't spend all that money in one place. How long are you placing to stay? A week or month? Does the $70 include round trip transportation and a place to stay?
I'm guessing you are a teen traveling with your family? If you are an adult and you've only budgeted $70 you really shouldn't be going on vacation anyway...
You can buy several nice mementos for $70. I'd recommend that.
that is 2,391.93 bahts
sorry but i dont know what you can buy, hope a helped a bit :) have a nice trip.
70$ per day then itz great but if u say 70$ per week or more worsely permonth or per year!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!…
idk but phuket is a funny name. its like F*CK IT! lol.
a lot
Its 6,840 air miles to travel between London and Phuket Thailand
use a tape measure
Yeah, there's an iStudio store in the Jungceylon Mall, one of the largest Apple retailers in Thailand.
http://www.istudio.in.th/stores.php
Like Gerald says theres an IStudio in Jungcyelon and there's another one in at Central Festival.
There is one in Bangkok Duty Free
......it's a chick grabber....watch out!
Phuk no! It's all shriveled and dry.
LOl yeah thats quiet the Turkey you got there
phuk yeah
ummmm... gobble gobble?
Do you mean "to phuket" instead of "for phuket"?
Stuffed...you bet!!
no Bean there are a lot of phuketeers there and you only have one turkey
You know, it might actually border on being a little too big buddy.
......it's a chick grabber....watch out!
Phuk no! It's all shriveled and dry.
LOl yeah thats quiet the Turkey you got there
phuk yeah
ummmm... gobble gobble?
Do you mean "to phuket" instead of "for phuket"?
Stuffed...you bet!!
no Bean there are a lot of phuketeers there and you only have one turkey
You know, it might actually border on being a little too big buddy.
Phuket and Bangkok... Thailand sure has some interesting place names... unlike Pennsylvania... which boasts Intercourse and Bird In Hand !
no i say phuck it
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Yup! Last night I said that a LOT. Lol, but I didn't mean to, I was just totally aggrivated.
Yes I had one of those days today and I went out to spend some money on myself.
I most certainly did
not today... but I sure had one yesterday!!
No,but i did have one of those nights on night shift.PHUKET.
every day, while on my way to Skrewloose
Ya...
I finally got out of bed a 4 this afternoon...i really didnt want to
Not today, thankfully, but yes, I've had many a-day like that.
no
Yesterday was my day and I said eh eh, oh fudge cycles and raspberry sticks!
So my question is: what is generally the cost per person of island tour to Phi Phi islands.
Since, I already have a hotel booking at Phuket so it can only be a day trip, I cannot stay overnight.
Thanks!
You can go by Ferry and Speed Boat but its better if u can go speed boat
speedboat trip you can visit many beautiful island such as Phi Phi Leh and Phi Phi Don Island, Maya Bay, Viking Cave, Monkey Cave and Khai Island you can feeding fish around u and snorkeling in one day
Or if you go by ferry you will take about 2 hours from Phuket to Phi Phi Island you can see view from boat to Maya Bay on Phi Phi Leh Island then visit Viking Cave and Phi Phi Don and snorkeling point relaxing on Phi Phi Island
if you go by speedboat
Price: 1,900 Baht per person
include: land transfer round trip , speed boat round trip, snorkeling mask, life Jacket, insurance, lunch, fruite sesoning, soft drink, Island admission fees
by ferry
Price: 1,000 Baht per person
include: land transfer round trip (depend on your accommodation), round trip Ferry, snorkeling mask, life Jacket, insurance, lunch, fruite sesoning, soft drink, Island admission fees
or you can visit our website
I not sure of the cost its been awhile since I did it. But they have plenty of tours going to islands off the coast of Phuket. You can go on a snorkeling tour or swimming tour and stop at Koh Phi Phi for lunch. Check out the tours many of them to choice from.
Also remember jax you should give someone a best answer and not do what you usually do letting the question go to vote. Thanks.
Think a tour (Snorkelling and things like that around Phi Phi)was around 1500 BHT for the day.
You can do it cheaper by getting a ferry and crossing yourself,but if you want to see Phi Phi and a couple of other islands,and get home for dinner,then thats the easiest choice.
for good info and costing you could e/m paul and noy at phuket leisure travel and tour co ltd they are the best in the business down there. their e/m is phuketleisure@gmail.com if you like you can tell them greg from aus sent you
Do the John Grey sea Kayak tour it was the best day out we had and will defiantly be doing it if we return to Phuket.We did Phi Phi island and it was too commercialised.
so go to phi phi and phuket
Karon it's good , quiet place if you want real relax. They are many budget hotel there but i know one place quiet nice and clean. I don't remember the name but i still have the owner number +66816069709
But if you change your mind to stay at Pa-tong beach I knorecommendel. They have about 7 hotels around Patong beach. I went there two week ago with my boyfriend. Name "Ruenthai Guesthouse" it's new open, very nice room. They just have good promotion for first year opening. The room rate start from 1200 Thai Baht. You can also see the pictures at http://patonghotel.hi5.com or email to patongstay@lhotmail.com, We have so wonderful vacation there.
Karon beach is ok, but you walk across the beach road to get to the beach, there are quite a few good hotels that are reasonable such as Sea sand resort, Old phuket Hotel ( no, not old ). Your budget of A$100 a night is ok between mid April and october but it could be tight if before that time. Kata beach has a lot of hotels, again a short walk to the beach, and there are shops, restaurants and some bars close to that area. Sugar Palm Resort is good value for money and probably within your price range.
There is no reason to stay in 'Phuket City' which I guess you mean Phuket 'town' although interesting for a day visit if you have interest in old buildings, otherwise little else.
Patong is the busiest resort area with the most hotels, shopping, nightlife etc and plenty of reasonable price hotels. Though good only if you want a very busy place.
I think if you do not want as busy as Patong then Kata would suit you better than Karon.
You can find Australian dollar rates and recommendations from this website, the rate is changing a lot THB v AU$.
You can find more hotels in Patong but it is very busy, Kata not so many, but the Sugar Palm Kata resort is a nice hotel and very reaosnable rates.
movenpick. i stayed there 2 years ago and left me with wonderful memories. very satisfied in terms of room, service, food and overall experience. very pleased with this hotel. However since its high season at Phuket now, your budget might not be enough.
Other good ones i know of will be holiday inn and burasari. both of these are located at patong beach. check out asiarooms.com or asiatravel.com for more info and comparisons.
Enjoy your trip!
try hooking up to phuket leisure travel and tour company in patong. its run by paul and noy lovely people. paul is an aussie and you will find he will be more then helpful so will his lovely wife noy. you can tell them greg sent you their e/m is phuketleisure@gmail.com . their shop is in the middle of patong they have been there for yonks
I saw a lot of good hotels even lower price from your budget on this site... http://www.discovery-thailand.com/Hotels%20Map%20Pages/Phuket%20Map/Karon%20&%20Kata%20Hotel%20Location%20Map.html they got lowest rate guarantee with hotel location map... hope this can help you some... have a nice trip
visiting yahoo Thailand huh
not I.
what exactly is "Phuket"?
i noticed that a few minutes ago lol
I didn't know that, good, ya learn something new everyday...shiver my timbers!!!!
um? didnt see iit!! so Phucket!!
Is that the place where all the single and lonely men go?
Let's all thank Why?! for bringing this to Belissimo's attention...
since u told me lol
I didn't even know Phuket existed. I'd like to Phuket.
Don't surprise me one bit.
I don't know, and I do not care to know what the category for Phuket might be.
Me!
Didn't I say you shouldn't talk like that, I think I did.
I don't know to be honest.
I can't remember the name of the spa but I know where it is located. Get a taxi to take you to the Best Western Phuket Ocean Resort ( 562 Patak Road, Karon Beach, Phuket 83100). Once you get out of the taxi, stand facing the ocean then walk to your left down the sidewalk. You'll pass a restaurant and the next business is the spa. We enjoyed a 2 1/2 hour package for around $25 USD!!! It was simply incredible. There are more packages if you want to do a day of it...but regardless, you'll be VERY very happy!!
Please help me........
no problem about clothes. lots of tailors in phuket you can have what you want made to fit you like a glove at reasonable prices.
The only reason to buy something here would be the luxury of custom made garments and shoes - - other than that - bring it with you... - - - and enjoy your trip!!
I'm an American 12 in clothes and 9 in shoes, and although I'm not really considered 'big' in the states, I wasn't surprised to find that thai department stores rarely carried my sizes. Solution? There are some outstanding tailors in Phuket that can make you very high quality suits for less than US$100, plus they will last longer than something cheap or touristy. Shoes? I never really found any. Just bring some trusty sneakers and flip flops with you.
I went to Thailand in march and am also not a pole, There was very little for a larger figure. There is a big mall called Central in Phuket town, they had some larger sizes. There are a few in some of the markets but they a few and far between. Good luck.
If you have a tour or plan for outdoors, I would recommend that you do it early in the day just to be safe.
If it does rain, just drop in somewhere for a beer or tea, have a seat and people watch. Ducking out of the rain for a bit is a big part of daily life in Phuket :)
You can ask any shopkeeper or beach worker and they wll pretty much be able to tell you if there will be "big rain" later, lol!
Make sure you carry an umbrella and a plastic 7-11 type bag to keep you camera, etc. dry.
Sawasdii!
Odds are it will be raining while you're there. But the rain normally isn't non-stop. It rains for about 30 minutes, then stops.
Unfortunately, the rain in Thailand this year has been more than normal along with the rest of Asia. Go ahead and go; there are plenty of indoor things to do if it happens to rain more than you expected. BTW: Muay-Thai begins around 2PM local, in Patong Beach on Soi Bangla.
Chokdii!
Not easy to predict Mother Nature, she is very fickle-minded. You will be there during the rainy period and it can rain for days, so will have to see your luck. But you can also expect fine weather in between the rain, question is will you be lucky enough. Just be ready for indoor program should it be raining when you are there, there are places to visit too.
It will rain, but certainly not non-stop.
You wrote in your other question that you are from Singapore. The rain showers in Phuket are similar to the showers you get in Singapore.
You can either fly from Bangkok to Phuket or take a bus from Pattaya to Bangkok and then another bus from Bangkok to Phuket.
take taxi to Bangoko airport and fly to phuket, ask the taxi take you to patong beach.
well as u have around 3 days
do follow this table as i say
day 1...go for khai island half day tour and then rest back to ur hotel as it would be tiring
day 2...go for a adventour tip......i dont remember the islan but it wis good as it takes u for a thrill of a life time
and then u can head ur way backt o patong and walk down to kata beachitz beautiful as u walk thro the island.....tuk tuk drivers would charge u 400 bhats for patong to kata..so it isnt justifie in anyway
day 3...go for antoehr island tour...which take u thro maya bay and jeames bond island.......it would be expensive through..around 200 bhats per head and then go for phuket fantasia at night
well the first two days tour would cost u just around 750 bhats at the most..do bargain...!!!!
been there and done that111
When are you going ? if it is very soon, be careful because is monsoon time on the West coast until late September.
If you travel before end of September, I suggest you to visit the East coast, Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao are beautiful islands less spoiled than Phuket.
The monsoon on the East coast start in middle of October.
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The best months to travel through Thailand are December and January. Second best are November and February. These months are not very hot but still sunny.
From roughly March till May, it is the hot season, when temperatures can soar into the 40°C in central Thailand (Bangkok), Not the best time of year to go walking around.
From roughly May till October, it is the rainy season. It is quite unpredictable when it is going to rain though, and there are sometimes episodes of up to two months during this period, when there is no rain fall. Other years, rain falls more consistently almost every week.
So if you consider to make a trip in May, it's better in the beginning of May.
You should visit Royal palace and temples in Bangkok, cruise along ChaoPraYa River, having romantic candle lid dinner. If you have time, relax yourself with famous Thai massage or Thai spa, there are lovely lover/honeymoon packages
For Phuket, there are only two seasons in a year - the rainy season (May to October) and the hot season (November to April). December to April is the main tourist season with good weather. The low season of phuket is between September and October as they are the wettest months. Average temperatures ranges between 23°C - 33°C.
Around Similan is a very great place for diving, they boast 25-world class divig sites. Check for more information at http://phuket.sawadee.com/diving.htm
The accomendation in Thailand is not expensive, OK, it's cheap, you can pay 20Euro for a very nice room.
You guys will have a great time.
Bangkok - Just feel free to wander the streets and check out the markets and stalls (remember that everything is fake but generally good quality).
Pass through Chinatown with its narrow alleyways and shops selling precious gold. See the Royal Parks and the extravagant Wat Po, the oldest temple in Bangkok. Try Wat Suthat, housing a 14th century Buddha statue and exquisite mural paintings.
Check out Pattaya Beach which is a great spot. You may even want to spend a few nights there.
Also have a look at Pat Pong for some very unique nightlife.
Phuket - Watch elephants at the Elephant Camp, explore the unique and breathtaking Phang Nga National Park or just play on one of the island’s beaches.
Go to Phi Phi Island for snorkeling and see if you can get a speedboat to Maya Bay, where the movie “The Beach†was filmed.
During the month of May, it will rain an average of 25 days making it one of the wettest months of the year. In Phuket, it is not bad because it is usually just an afternoon shower.
Have fun.
i have been to phucket, i think its highly over rated aand the swimming wasnt not go good,bangkok is an exciting city to discover ,the hotesl range in both locations from low budget to 5 star luxury its up to you on that part of your question
it is approximately 32Baht.
You can always get super cheap food from street vendors , like Pad Thai for around 30 baht.
right now: one U.S. dollar = 32.7 Thai baht
go to "yahoo finance" then into "yahoo currency converter" for day to day exchanges
1.00 USD = 32.8735 THB. you can visit www.xe.com to know the exchange rates for all currencies in the world.
32.88 Baht.
42 cents?
1. Location - spot on, where all happenings take place.
2. Beach front hotel
3. Must be kids friendly.
4. My budget 4,000 nett (Thai currency) max
Another question - Is Patong nightlife suitable for kids? I'm bringing mine, aged 8 & 11.
I recommend the Holiday Inn Phuket, which is across the street from the beach and is very kid friendly with many activities. Check out www.tripadvisor.com and search patong hotels. It will rank them in order of best reviews to the worst along with many pics. Have a wonderful trip, Phuket is awesome.
Oh too many accommosation can't select
Let check, some may meet your requirement
Good luck and have a good trip
Across the beach raod from the beach - Thara patong, Horizon, Patong Beach Hotel, Merlin, Holiday Inn ( good with kids ) - If there are 4 of you look at the family suites at Andaman Beach Suites, it's a walk down to the beach but could be good value for money for 4 of you. You can also look at Swiss palm beach, this is a much smaller place than the others but they have duplex apartments with 2 bedrooms, dining area, kitchenette etc, small Swiss family run place, short walk to the beach, but gives you than extra space so vital with a family
I'd recommend Novotel Patong. It is not beach front exactly, but is situated on a beautiful hill overlooking the water on the north end of town. All of Patong is easy to reach on foot.
The nightlife for kids, is, um, a bit much. I think if you stay off of Bangla Road late, you should be okay. Also, there are a few restaurants and bars along the beach that would be fun in the evening. Also, I'm pretty sure Novotel has a kid sitting service.
Shopping in all the funky junk stalls should be fun for the kids, and make sure to take the James Bond Island tour our a tour of the island with monkeys and elephants. The package ones available everywhere are nice.
i have been to Patong two times and have stayed at a few hotels in the area.
Horizon beach resort is right on the main road of patong across from the beach, its great for kids and has ok rooms,also not too expensive. it is right in the heart of all the shopping.
I would also highly recommend Deevanna resort and spa. This resort is beautiful. it is about five minute tuk tuk ride to the beach and also very close to everything, great pool and very friendly staff. please google to find out more.
in regards to your two children and whether patong is suitable, i would say yes, during the day there is lots to do for kids. But at night in the main areas like Bangla road it can get a little crazy.
maybe u should consider some of the quieter areas nearby like Phi Phi island or Krabi, they are much more kid friendly and also very beautiful
patong merlin was great! right on the beach oppersite q top markets
will go back again
Patong is Patong so you wont be far away from the 'happenings'
None of the hotels in Patong are actually beach front, you have to cross a road to get to the beach. I spent most of my nights up Bangla Road, which I would suggest is not really suitable for kids. You get the odd bit of exhibitionism from the girls. Having said that, you wont get hassled simply because you will have children with you. Why dont you try Kata beach which is nicer in my opinion and you always have the option to go into Patong to see if it is suitable.
Use below site to look at hotels and get reservation quotes.
I have stayed at BanThai hotel and Safari Beach hotel. Ban Thai is probably better option with kids.
Bali would be my choice. Of course it really depends what you are looking for.
Bali has lots of interesting cultural stuff, temples dancing etc. as well as beaches. And it's small so you could stay at the beach and visit the other stuff, Ubud and other places.
Phuket has some very developed beaches, Patong notably and while Thailand has lots of culture and history too it is not so close to the beach. If you have time to tour around, then Thailand might be better.
But as I said it really depends what you want. If you want to go scuba diving then Phuket is probably better and if you want girls then Phuket is where you want to be.
Very difficult question.
Phuket is beautiful, as is Bali.
Beaches are beautiful, as in Bali.
People are friendly, as in Bali.
If going to Bali, be sure to go to Ubud. Zen Spa is inexpensive but fantastic.
I've never been to Bali but heard also it's nice screenery.
But I'm living in Phuket now. I would say our beaches are very very beautiful. I've talked to many tourists from everywhere, they do love Phuket very much & consider to return her again for every year. And you might be surprise because some of them've planned to spend retirement here or anywhere in Thailand. Then why don't you come to taste the feeling?
Phuket's a small island. You can enjoy many beaches around the island, sport water, sightseeing, old cultural tour or even the best golf course is also located here (if you are the golfer you might know about it - just finished Johnnie Walker Classice last March). Food? I really love it. Not only Thai food but even international food here's also very nice & many restaurants to try every day for different atmosphere. End? No, Have you ever heard about Thai massage? It's very well-known. I did it every week. Plus spa treatments which are variety menus you will love it. If I can do it everyday, I would do. I can bet your girlfriend would love it. The gal's best is shopping which not to forget. There are 2 big & international shopping centres both in town or in Patong (recently opening). It's very grand.
Huuh. So tried to continue the information. It's not finish. You can search for more information about this island. And if you want some advice, I'm pleased to support.
Have a wonderful trip!
Since you travel from so far away, how about fitting both into your schedule? Both are beachside resorts and have their own beauty, so visit both and enjoy different ways of being pampered in the resorts.
Phuket, choose Bali
It's really depend on what your activities are. I've been both Bali and Phuket. The beaches in Phuket is much nicer than Bali. I mean Bali sand is darker couse of the vocanic sand. And if you wanna enjoy nightlife to Phuket is a place.
However, the Bali's rich culture is superb, you will be amazed .
The most important is check the weather first, you don't wanna struct there on high monsoon season.
If you want to do something else to like shopping ,good food or travel around otherpart, I will choose Thailand. Because it's easier to travel around. Bali is quiet remote from other part of Indonesia. I found the most two beautiful sunset in my life on both islands -- at Cape Promthep in Phuket and Tanalot in Bali. If you wanna travel to both place there is a small cheap airlines fly from Bangkok to Bali www.airasia.com.
Enjoy.
i agree with what almost everyone has to say. I have been to both places. I love them both. They are so different. One cannot compare the beauty and exceptional culture both Bali and Phuket have to offer.
If you have time, visit them both. If your base is Malaysia, you can use airasia (www.airasia.com) to get some cheaper flights to both these places. You can spend a minimum of 5 nights in bali to experience the culture and warmth. And yes, do try the Balinese SPAs that will pamper you royally.
As for Phuket, its also amazing. I love thai food! The Thai massage is also great, so dont miss it.
Both these places are cheap compared when converted interms of the euro. If you are on a budget, get a 2- 3 star hotel. Dont spend too much on hotels because in places like Bali and phuket you will spend most of the time outdoors.
I never been to either but I have heard that Phuket is amazing!!!
Same show and to be honest, its really not worth it. The free shows in Las Vegas ie. Treasure Island, are better save your money and spend it on something else.
same same!!!!
Departure Location
Name: Phuket Intl
IATA: HKT
ICAO: VTSP
Phuket, Thailand
Latitude: 8°6' 47" N
Longitude: 98°19' 0" E
Elevation: 82 (Feet) Arrival Location
Name: Phu Quoc
IATA:
ICAO: VVPQ
Phu Quoc, Vietnam
Latitude: 10°13' 37" N
Longitude: 103°58' 1" E
Elevation: 23 (Feet)
Distance: 357.89 (NM) / 411.94 (MI) / 662.81 (KM)
Trip Time: 1:02 (includes 15 minute bias and air speed at 460Kts)
That is by airplane, sorry if that is not what you are looking for.
I hope you're not depending on me for directions. I couldn't find my way out of a wet paper bag, with a map AND even if there was a hole in the bag.
sometimes a minute, sometimes eternity. You'll just have to wait and see.
It depends on how much alcohol I had to drink.
and good luck with your endeavors! Much Love
I did know....hold on......it was about........ah i forgot....phucket!
Can you get there on a number 9 bus from Auchenshuggle near Glasgow?
If so, I'll be there within the hour!
Hi Cliff,
It depends on the time frame that you have in mind for this round trip. If you are planning to do all in one day then I would suggest for you to either rent a car or jeep from one of the Phuket car rental companies which allow for airport drop off service.
If you do not feel comfortable driving around as traffic can be hectic with all the motorbikes then the best solution would be to hire a car with driver for the day. Many of the smaller travel agents in Patong will be able to arrange this service for you. It will most likely be cheaper to arrange a car with driver this way rather then through your hotel as they pocket hefty fees from the Phuket Taxi Service and Phuket transportation providers.
The fastest way to reach Phi Phi is by speedboat which departs as soon as enough people have boarded. The somewhat more comfortable way is by the ferry boat which is less expensive however the journey does last slightly longer. The boats depart from the Rasada Pier which is located on the west coast of the Island located at Phuket City.
Taxi
I would use the tuk tuk, cheap and inexpensive and very reliable.
You can take a taxi from the airport. If you have already booked your hotel get him to take you directly to your hotel. If you plan to find a hotel yourself. Don't let your taxi driver help you find a hotel.
He will get a huge commission and you will be overcharged.
Once at your hotel if you want to move around there are buses similar to Philippino Jeepneys that will drive you around. Phuket town is pretty boring. If you don't intend on getting a soapy massage there's no reason to go there.
get around phuket in a taxi and to phi phi by boat.
rend motorbike at airport, just in front
prefer near the beach or with sea view.
not isolate area.
Check at http://www.hotels.com
Personally, I prefer the Amari.
Blue Ocean Beach Hotel
Burasari Hotel
baan lamai..it is very close to the beach..n good..i liked it
i stayed in stoney monday. Clean, decent. Good value for money. I was happy with my choice. Its about 8 minutes walk to the beach.
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With kids you might also visit the Dyno Park in Kata as well as Phuket Zoo in Chalong where they have animal shows and one can take photos with Tigers,Snakes,Parrots etc.
I wont give you 5 but if you have time ... travel towards Krabi (about 3 hours drive) and visit the emeral pond and hot spring there ... truely a worth the time and effort and by the way its not 'tourist trap' yet.
Simply unspoilt and beautiful!
Have fun
Boat trip to James Bond's Island and Phi Phi.
Laying on the beach getting an oil massage.
Diving
Snorkeling
Not missing one bar in Patong Beach for at least one drink.
Phuket Fantasea, Wat Chalong, James Bond Island, elephant riding, and snorkeling.
They are more expensive it seems. However compared to a taxi in NYC no they are not expensive.
Like everywhere you can bargain with the taxis and their prices depend on the time of day and how many people want a taxi and how many taxis are waiting for riders.
Ask the locals how much would they get charged to ride a taxi from point A to point B then you tell the taxi driver that is how much you'd pay.
